Roof plans and elevation drawings for solar panel installations across the UK — covering permitted development checks and full planning applications. We work from your roof measurements or existing plans. Fast turnaround with fixed pricing agreed upfront.
From your roof measurements or existing plans to a polished set of solar panel drawings — we handle the CAD work so you don't have to. All drawings are produced to UK planning standards.
Most domestic roof-mounted solar panel installations in the UK fall under permitted development and don't need full planning permission — but your installer or local authority will often still ask for drawings confirming panel positions, roof pitch, and projection distances. Other installations, such as those on listed buildings, in conservation areas, on flat roofs, or ground-mounted arrays, may require a full planning application.
We produce roof plans showing your proposed panel layout, and elevation drawings showing how far the panels project from the roof slope or wall — the key details planning officers and installers need to assess your installation.
We deliver your final drawings in PDF for viewing and printing, plus AutoCAD DWG if required by your installer or planning authority. Up to 3 rounds of revisions are included as standard on every project.
Rough sketches are absolutely fine — they don't need to be to scale. We just need the roof dimensions and panel positions to work from.
Most roof-mounted solar panels on houses are covered by permitted development rights, provided panels don't project more than 200mm from the roof slope or wall, and aren't higher than the roof ridge. Ground-mounted arrays are also often permitted development, subject to size and height limits.
Full planning permission is typically required for installations on listed buildings, in conservation areas where panels would face a highway, within the curtilage of a listed building, or where the installation exceeds permitted development size and height limits. Rules can vary between local authorities, so we always recommend checking with your council or installer before work begins.
We produce planning and permitted-development drawings only — we do not provide structural calculations, roof load assessments, or electrical design, which must be carried out by a qualified engineer or MCS-certified installer.
Roof plans showing the proposed panel layout, orientation and spacing — for pitched or flat roof installations.
Site plans showing array position, boundary distances and height for ground-mounted solar installations.
Elevations showing how far panels project from the roof slope or wall, essential for permitted development and planning checks.
Detailed drawings for full planning applications where solar panels fall outside permitted development rights.
Most roof-mounted domestic solar panels are covered by permitted development rights and don't need full planning permission, provided they don't project more than 200mm from the roof slope and aren't higher than the ridge. However, listed buildings, conservation areas, and some flat-roof or ground-mounted installations may require full planning permission. We recommend checking with your local planning authority before work begins.
Even under permitted development, most installers and local authorities want to see a roof plan showing the proposed panel layout and an elevation drawing showing how far the panels project. If a full planning application is needed, more detailed drawings covering the wider property may be required.
Yes, but you'll almost always need full planning permission and listed building consent, since permitted development rights don't apply. We can produce the detailed roof plans and elevations needed to support that application.
Roof measurements or a sketch with dimensions written on, plus photos of the roof and your proposed panel layout if you have one. Rough sketches are absolutely fine — they don't need to be to scale. We just need the measurements to work from.
Most solar panel roof plans and elevations are completed within 2–3 working days. Larger or more complex properties may take a little longer. We'll give you a clear, confirmed timeline with your quote.
We deliver in PDF and AutoCAD DWG as standard — whichever your installer, architect, or planning authority requires. Just let us know when you enquire.
No — structural assessments of roof load capacity must be carried out by a qualified structural engineer or your MCS-certified installer. We produce planning and permitted-development drawings only.
Send us your roof measurements or photos and we'll come back with a fixed-price quote within 24 hours.
Start Your Solar Drawings →Based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, we produce solar panel roof plans and elevations for homeowners and installers across England, Wales and Scotland. Our remote service means we can work with you wherever you are — no site visit required for most projects.